Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Derby, England
Browse Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Derby, England, United Kingdom. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dr Paul Garden
Psychologist, Doctorate in Psychology, DPsych, MSc with Distinction, BSc First Class Honours.
Suicidal thinking can in itself be a frightening experience. Therapy helps to understand where the thoughts are coming from- how they developed- allowing you to make sense of them, and to take the necessary action to reduce and move on from the associated feelings.
11 Years Experience
Online in Derby, England
Samantha Coleman
Therapist, MBACP Prof Dip
Suicidal thoughts can feel frightening, isolating, and overwhelming, and they are often linked to deep pain, hopelessness, exhaustion, or a sense that things cannot change. I offer a compassionate, calm, and non-judgemental space where these thoughts can be spoken about openly and taken seriously. My approach focuses on understanding what is happening beneath the surface and helping you feel less alone with what you are carrying.
13 Years Experience
Online in Derby, England
Shareen Birges
Registered Social Worker, BASS, GDYMH, MSW
In my experience suicidal thoughts are the mind's way of letting us know that we are overwhelmed by our emotional, mental & psychological pain. Supporting people around this issue requires empathy, understanding & compassion. This is important because individuals need to feel able to be open & honest about suicidal ideation & thoughts. As a professional I have worked with countless people around this issue, which often goes hand in hand with depression and/or a trauma background. I feel I have the skill to build the necessary relationship to effect change & to help people who are vulnerable to harm to learn to protect themselves.
18 Years Experience
Online in Derby, England
Gordon Wax BA HONS MBACP
Counsellor/Therapist, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist
There is a clear difference between wanting to kill off a sensation or a situation and killing yourself which is final. We explore what the meaning of life and death is while understand destructive feelings.
13 Years Experience
Online in Derby, England
Claire de la Varre
Therapist, PhD, HGDipP
Suicidal thoughts can arise during periods of intense emotional pain, overwhelm, disconnection, or depression. They are a signal that something important needs care and attention. Experiencing these thoughts does not mean you truly want to die, but rather that you want relief from suffering. It is hard to talk to other people about such feelings, but as a psychotherapist I am trained to listen to whatever you have to say and can help you address your emotional needs more appropriately, as well as providing healthy coping strategies.
18 Years Experience
Online in Derby, England
Derby is a major hub for aerospace and advanced engineering — home to Rolls-Royce's civil aerospace headquarters and a substantial precision manufacturing sector — creating a therapy landscape shaped by the particular occupational pressures of high-stakes technical industries, including shift work stress, contractor uncertainty, and the psychological weight of safety-critical work. The city's diverse population includes large South Asian and Eastern European communities that drive growing demand for multilingual and culturally affirming therapists. Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides public mental health services, with a private therapy community serving Allestree, Mickleover, and the city centre. The University of Derby's psychology and counselling programmes supply training pipelines into the local clinical community.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Derby, England Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Derby, England average 13 years of experience and charge around ¤112 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Integrative Therapy (75%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (54%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (46%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤112
Accept insurance
54%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Integrative Therapy |
| 54% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 64% | Teen |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Women |
| 68% | Men |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 43% | Christian |